informed of radiation intensities at all times.
The recov
leader is expected to accept this advice and act according
the responsibility of both the leader and the members of t
party to adhere to the limits established in these regulat

ry party

y.It is
@ recovery
ons.

Film badges, dosimeters and protective clothing (coveralls booties,
caps, gloves, dust respirators, etc.) as deemed necessary
ill be
issued to personnel entering contaminated areas by appropr ate task
group RadSafe supply sections.
All personnel within viewing distance of an atomic detonat on who are
not supplied with protective goggles will turn away from t e detonation point and close their eyes during the time of burst. At least 10
seconds should be allowed before looking directly at the b rst.
The arrival and proposed use of radioactive sources at the Pacific
Proving Ground will be reported to the Task Force Radiolog cal Safety
Officer.
10. All samples of radioactive materials which are couriered i aircraft
will be packaged and loaded so as to reduce radiation to a minimum.
The RadSafe Officer of TG 7.4 will have a survey made of t e package
to determine if adequate precautions have been taken.
The following
Criteria will determine space and packaging requirements:
a. Prior exposure of aircraft and courier personnel.
b. Anticipated future exposures on trip.
c. Length of time of exposure on trip.
d. In all cases, crew members will be iimited to exposure

less than 20 mr/hr.

ll. All air and surface vehicles or craft used in contaminate
be checked through the appropriate task group decontamina
upon return from such areas.

rates of

areas will
on section

12. The Maximum Permissible Limits (MPLs) of contamination li
are to be regarded as advisory limits for control of cont

ed herein
ination
iver from
under average conditions, and are subject to revision by
the task force commander in individually designated cases hen extenuAll
ating circumstances indicate the need and justification t refor.
r counters,
readings of surface contamination are to be made with Gei
with tube walls not substantially in excess of 30 mg/em2
Eth shield
to two (2)
open.
The surface of the probe should be held one (1) in
inches from the surface that is under observation unless
herwise
ituations
specified.
In all cases other than emergency or tactical
s for perthe ultimate criteria will be limited by the authorized
techniques
sonnel, with measurements made using standard equipment a
for such exposure. Special instances may arise after sho and inside

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